House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued a formal preservation notice to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, demanding they retain all records related to the Biden administration’s enforcement of immigration law. The warning comes amid growing concerns that the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may be destroying or concealing documents as part of an effort to obstruct ongoing investigations.
Jordan’s letters, sent Friday, demand that both Garland and Mayorkas take immediate steps to preserve all relevant records, communications, and electronic data. The urgency of Jordan’s request stems from reports that a paper shredding truck was seen outside the DOJ earlier this week, prompting fears that critical documents may be destroyed before they can be reviewed by Congress.
Jim Jordan Instructs Garland and Mayorkas to Keep Their Records on Border When Leaving Office
They're already gone, Jim. We all know that, quick grandstandinghttps://t.co/yD0IdgLlVg
— Dark Orange MAGA (@AgitatedMan) November 23, 2024
The preservation request includes all forms of communication, from official emails and text messages to encrypted messages sent through personal devices. Jordan’s letter makes it clear that any attempt to alter, destroy, or hide relevant documents will be met with severe consequences. The chairman also pointed to the numerous oversight requests that have gone unaddressed by the DOJ and DHS over the past two years, further compounding suspicions that the agencies are not cooperating fully with the investigation.
🚨🇺🇸REP JORDAN LAUNCHES BORDER PROBE INTO GARLAND & MAYORKAS
House Judiciary Chair @Jim_Jordan (R-Ohio) has issued letters to Attorney General Merrick Garland and DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, signaling continued investigations into the Biden administration’s border… pic.twitter.com/kwty71EMoI
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) November 22, 2024
While the DOJ has pushed back on the claims, stating that it follows all legal requirements for record preservation, Jordan’s letter signals that the committee will not accept any excuses or delays. The investigation into the Biden administration’s handling of immigration enforcement is continuing, and the committee is determined to ensure that all relevant documents are preserved for review.
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan sent a letter to AG Garland and DHS Secretary Mayorkas urging them to preserve all existing and future records related to the BidenHarris administrations enforcement of immigration laws and border laws.https://t.co/h7EnOfdtRF
— Robbie Mouton (@mcgmouton57) November 22, 2024
Jordan’s letter represents an important step in the broader effort to hold the Biden administration accountable for its policies at the border. With the committee ramping up its oversight efforts, the stakes for both Garland and Mayorkas are high. The preservation of critical documents is a key factor in ensuring that the committee can fully investigate the administration’s actions and hold it accountable.
